Undeniably the most spiritual place in Indonesia is the erstwhile Hindu Kingdom ‘Bali’, also known as ‘The Land of the Gods’ in Indonesia. In the last 5 years the Yoga scene in Bali has exploded so much so that every international yoga & wellness brand has to have a presence in Bali. Bali has many things going right, beautiful scenery, amazing food, fascinating culture and lovely people.
If you are a wanderer with lust for an of the above and looking to up your yoga practice, acquire extra skills and credits for your Yoga Alliance Continued Education then these carefully picked 50 hrs Yoga Teacher Trainings are what you need, the trainings topics and teachers are as diverse as the locations but, before you start make yourself an avocado toast and cup of warm green tea as the journey to the last centre on this list of 8 is quite long
1- 50hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training @ The Pineapple House
An exclusive, boho-chic boutique yoga & surf retreat with only 5 uniquely designed ensuite rooms and a cute outdoor living space with 2 swimming pools is what best describes the visuals at Pineapple House in Canggu, Bali.
Rachel Fearnley and Lucy Foster-Perkins the owner and her team run everything to your schedule. You can get breakfast when you want, you have the option to do it all as in surf, yoga and sightseeing or just relax and do nothing while the team makes sure that you are well taken care off. The vibe of the place is zen like.
The 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Pineapple house is organized by The Peaceful Warriors. The training has been designed so that it not only benefits anyone who wants to teach Yin but also those that are looking to learn more about the art of reflective Yin Yoga and the tools that will help you feel energized, lighter and let you through the door of your inner being. The 7 Days 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training by Peaceful Warriors includes the following
The centre mostly has raving review here is what Rebecca has to say about Pineapple House Yoga and Surf Retreat in Canggu, Bali
I really wanted to have a relaxing time in Bali without having to organise everything for myself, but didn't want to sign up for a fully fledged retreat. The pineapple house was the best of both worlds! The staff were there to help me organise everything I wanted to do, but I chose my own timetable and I wasn't locked into anything.
The pineapple house is a beautiful villa with clean, spacious rooms with private bathrooms, and a really welcoming common area with a pool. Since I was travelling on my own, it was really nice to be able to talk to other guests occasionally, or just have privacy in my own room. It is just a really nice, welcoming, unpretentious and relaxing space. And it's right next door to one of the best yoga retreats in Bali, so you can choose to do as many classes as you like. Canggu is a really cool area..not crazy like Kuta or up itself like Seminyak. There are some awesome restaurants near the Pineapple house, and I was able to rent a scooter so that I could get to them all.
I would definitely stay at the Pineapple house again, and I would recommend it to anyone going to Bali. (source pineapplehousebali.com)
Location: Canggu, Bali
Link to: The Pineapple House 50hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training Canggu, Bali
Cost of 50hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 850
2- 50hrs Hatha Yoga Teacher Training @ Radiantly Alive Yoga
Radiantly Alive is a yoga studio in Ubud Bali founded in 2012 by Jasmine and Rafael, a couple from Peru. The yoga studio was founded with a mission to create and inspire a loving vibrant yoga community. Currently the yoga studio is host to 60 yoga classes per week.
The 5 Days 50 hrs Hatha Yoga Teacher Training & Yoga further education course is led by Geoff Brooks at Radiantly Alive Yoga Studio in Ubud Bali. With more than 30 years of experience in yoga, martial arts, arts and philosophy Geoff brings skill, grace and depth of wisdom to his yoga teacher training classes. Geoff is known to challenge you, transform you, take you away from the noise of the body and mind and guide you to your authentic self. The 50 hours Hatha yoga teacher training course includes the following
Here is what Yousra Lembachar a student of Geoff Brooks has to say about his hatha yoga classes
I first took a class with Geoff Brooks 2 years ago and loved every aspect of it. He has a wealth of knowledge that he applies in his classes, gives extremely useful and well researched cues, and really helps understanding how each pose targets different areas of the body, and where the attention needs to go, thus taking your practice to the next level. My body still remembers cues from his classes back from 2 years ago and I just took a couple of classes with him. His sequences are also so much fun. (source facebook reviews)
Location: Ubud, Bali
Link to: Radiantly Alive Yoga 50hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Ubud, Bali
Cost of 50hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 644
3- 50 hrs Yin Yoga & Chinese Meridians Teacher Training @ Serenity Yoga
Created by Caroline and her team out of pure love and respect for the ocean with yogashala’s just meters away from the ocean amidst coconut trees, tropical flowers and a tranquil garden is Serenity Yoga in Lembongan, Bali.
Caroline is also the lead Yin Yoga Teacher for the 7 days 50 hrs Yin Yoga & Chinese Meridians Teacher Training, a Padi Dive Instructor, an E-RYT 500 Yoga Teacher and has been teaching yoga for more than 7 years. When Caroline is not on her mat she is either underwater or snorkelling with the beautiful manta found around the island.
The 50 hrs Yin Yoga & Chinese Meridians Teacher Training is best for people that have 6 months or more yoga practice. The program focuses on self exploration, self development and deep understanding of yin yoga. The course includes the following
Here is what Emilie a student of 50 hrs Yin Yoga and Chinese Meridians Teacher Training has to say about Caroline and Serenity Yoga
I had my YTT Yin certification at the Serenity Yoga Lembongan and it was a great experience - first to be in such a beautiful island, secondly the Shala is very well maintained and beautifully comfortable.
Caroline who is the owner and lead teacher for the course is very knowledgeable - the course handouts and daily lectures were very informative. If you want to have a starting point to yin, then it’s a great place to go to.
Caroline keeps the group very small which makes it easier to communicate and learn from each other. It also feels like being with a family for a week.
The rhythm was quite chilled between lectures and practice.
A great way to learn new topics on yoga and be with people from all around the world!
I’ll definitely go back to Serenity (source tripadvisor reviews)
Location: Lembongan, Bali
Link to: Serenity Yoga 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training Lembongan, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 800
4- 50 hrs Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training @ Cosmos Oasis 2
The 6 days 50 hrs Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training is organized by Lauren Prindiville of the Peaceful Warriors at Cosmos Oasis 2 in Canggu, Bali. Cosmos 2 is a beautiful ashram-like retreat space set amidst the paddy fields in Canggu, Bali. They have modern scandinavian designed rooms which are available in a host of different configurations.
Lauren who is the lead yoga teacher for the 50 hrs yoga teacher training programme is 500 hrs certified Yoga Teacher who has been teaching yoga for the last 6 years and teaching a 200 hrs Yoga Teacher Training course for the last 2 years. She has also practiced Ayurvedic Medicine Therapies and Massage under Dr Sreejith Kumar in Kerala. Her classes focus on self-inquiry and self-love. In this programme Lauren teaches how to safely guide women through all trimesters of pregnancy and how to reintroduce yoga post pregnancy and this yoga training course is not just for yoga teachers but open to anyone who wants to deepen their Pre and Postnatal yoga knowledge.
The 50 hrs Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training includes the following
Location: Canggu, Bali
Link to: Cosmos Oasis 50 hrs Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Canggu, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 950
5- 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training @ Loka Yoga
The 6 Day Yin Yoga Teacher Training course is conducted by Taryn Weggelaar and Yann Cadic at Loka Yoga in Canggu, Bali. Loka Yoga is located in the heart of Canggu, Bali surrounded by Rice Fields. At Loka you will find a beautiful swimming pool, blissful areas for meditation, landscaped gardens, an exquisite yoga shala and accommodation that suits every budget.
Taryn Weggelaar who is the founder of Loka Yoga is a E-RYT 500 registered yoga teacher (RYT) and has been teaching yoga since 2008 having logged more than 9000 hours of teaching experience with Yoga Alliance. Yann Cadic who teaches Anatomy has completed a Bachelor in Nursing at Caen’s University France and worked in europe's largest hospital he has been mentored in Cardiac and Thoracic surgery, assisted people with various cancers, has worked in West Mail during the Ebola outbreak reporting to WHO, Red Cross, Doctors without borders and International SOS.
The 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training is a high quality well structure course for those who want to deepen their own yin practice and anyone interested in Yin Yoga. You will learn the art of teaching yoga asana and get a comprehensive understanding of anatomy, philosophy and yogic lifestyle. This yoga teacher training program includes the following
Here is what Sander Boef for the Netherlands has to say about Loka Yoga and their yoga teacher training course
The month at Loka Yoga in Canggu was in one word: AMAZING!
The program was build in a way that made teaching a full yoga class very natural. Taryn takes the whole group step by step through all facets of teaching, using guidelines and personal experiences. Her morning practices are a lovely start of every day and she somehow always knows what kind of class the group needs. Her build-ups to the peak poses are spot on and her themes are absolutely beautiful!
The anatomy classes by Yann are very interesting and good to follow. He makes easy connections with yoga and the presentation materials make the classes dynamical.
And last but not least, Sharada is a true goddess! The way she teaches the sometimes difficult yoga philosophy is very inspiring. Her knowledge is remarkable and she has a quality to make it universal and usable in day-to-day life.
The location was wonderful and the food was delicious!
Thank you Taryn, Sharada and Yann for the amazing month! I feel so much wiser and ready to teach my own classes. I definitely hope our paths will cross again, but I’ll be back in Bali, that’s for sure! (source owners website)
Location: Canggu, Bali
Link to: Loka Yoga 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training Canggu, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 599
6- 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training @ Santosha Yoga
The 4 Day Yin Yoga Teacher Training course is conducted by Sunny Richards, Thai and the team at Santosha Yoga Village in Nusa Lembongan. Santosha Yoga Village is a community that is passionate about yoga, meditation, surfing and well-being. They have the best view on the island to enjoy the magical sunsets and an onsite cafe that churns out delicious meals and snacks made with love.
Sunny Richards the founder Santosha is ERTY-500 Yoga Alliance USA and ERTY-500 plus certified by Yoga Alliance International, she has been teaching for more than 22 years, she is also an ex-pro surfer and started Santosha Yoga in 2008 and has put together a great team of yoga professionals who are certified, qualified and experienced.
The 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training course is for qualified yoga teachers and yoga practitioners who want to learn Yin Yoga to expand their scope of Teaching Yoga. This course will provide a solid foundation for teaching Yin Yoga, help you find your teaching voice and understand sequencing of 20 key poses. From this course one can also get the following
Here is what Ila Pirru a student of Santosha Yoga Teacher Training had to say
I decided to join this course even tho I was really new to yoga and probably only practiced 2-3 times back home....sure I was concerned about being ready for it!
Once I arrived I felt safe, supported step by step and loved.The teachers and the other students, really became my Santosha's family and is a lovely feeling to see everyone opening up day by day, learning about themself and all the teachings start to make sense sometimes I wondered if teachers had a magic ball as they could predict what I was going to feel, realize and learn in the coming days
It is a fantastic experience!
Yes you learn about the asana, but put that on a side, what made the difference for me was the anatomy, philosophy, pranayama, the beautiful kirtan and the people.... Yes cause the people you will experience this with, will create magical moments and memories for you
Thank you so much every single one of you Santosha family I can't wait to meet you again around the world and participate to one of you class or just cross your path again and see that you are doing your best to be serene in your mind and heart!
Much love to you, ila (source facebook reviews)
Location: Nusa Lembongan, Bali
Link to: Santosha Yoga 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training Nusa Lembongan, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 778
7- 50 hrs Aerial Yoga Teacher Training @ Ulu Yoga
The 7 Day Aerial Yoga Teacher Training course is conducted by Edward Pawlak, Shashi Mahler and Cody Gavin Pizer of Ulu Yoga at Ubud Yoga Centre in Ubud, Bali. Ubud is a vibrant & artsy city full of artisans workshops, boutique shops, temples and healthy cuisine.
Edward is the founder of Ulu Yoga and he and Shashi lead the aerial yoga teacher training course. Edward is a certified RYT and has more than 6000 hrs of experience leading yoga teacher training and retreats since 2007. He is certified in Aerial Yoga, Thai Massage, TEFL and CELTA. Shashi is a certified RYT 500 in hatha yoga and Aerial Yoga she is also the manager of Ulu yoga and famous for her laughter and inspiring nature. Cody who’s passion is for movement and philosophy has lead numerous TTc’s, mindfulness retreats, and Mixed Movement Arts and Parkour workshops in Bali, India, Malaysia, and Cambodia. Together they form a great team with a diverse talent, experience and skill set.
The 50 hrs aerial yoga teacher training course focuses on correct practice safe teaching and exploring what is possible with creative workshops which nurture self-discovery, build strength and confidence to become a strong leader. The yoga teacher training course includes the following
Here is what Giulia Tuzzi a student of the 50 hrs aerial yoga teacher training had to say about Ulu Yoga
It was the most incredible experience I had about yoga.. the vibes,connections with the group and the entire team was awesome..teachers are really qualified and professional.. and the 50 hours aerial yoga teaching training is just perfect. Very intense and I could learn so much in not even a full week... thank you again.. our paths will cross again (facebook reviews)
Location: Ubud, Bali
Link to: Ullu Yoga 50 hrs Aerial Yoga Teacher Training Ubud, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Aerial Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 899
8- 50 hrs Yoga Teacher Training @ Yogatrotter
Deep dive into the history and mythology of yoga and yogic culture, this 6 Days 50 hrs Yoga Teacher Training is conducted by Megan the founder of Yogatrotter at Sidemen, Bali. The location is set in the shadow of Mt Agung the holiest mountain in Bali overlooking the rice-field terraces of the valley. This location is known to be the most spiritually powerful location in all of Bali.
Megan the Yogini that leads this 50 hrs yoga teacher training in Bali is 500 hrs Registered Yoga Teacher (500 RYT) certified by Yoga Alliance and has trained more than 600 trainees. She has also spent 3 years teaching yoga and learning Buddist Meditation in Japan. Megan drives immense joy by sharing and listening shorties from Hindu and Buddhist traditions. This yoga teacher training course connects the spirituality of the Bali local Hindu religion and the roots of your yoga practice so that one can experience the spiritual magic of Bali and apply to their Yoga Practice. The 6 Days 50 Hrs Yoga Teacher Training includes the following
Here is what Marta Gasior a student of Megan and Yogatrotter has to say about the trainings she provides
Megan is one of the most incredible human beings I’ve met in my life. I did my 200 h hours YTT with her and I can recommend it in 100%. She is professional, kind, fun, well balanced, she gives you space you need but also you can feel that she is always there for you. She has a great passion and knowledge.
I didn’t know her before I decided to go for the ytt (I simply found her website in the internet) and I couldn’t have been more lucky.
That course met all my expectations.
Locations are great, food - amazing. In general it’s really something you want to experience.
Moreover, the structure of the course was well planned and now I feel ready to start teaching. Megan really cares and makes sure that you feel confident with your teaching skills great job girl! (source facebook reviews)
Location: Sidemen, Bali
Link to: Yogatrotter 50 hrs Yoga Teacher Training Sidemen, Bali
Cost of 50 hrs Yoga Teacher Training starts at US$ 985
50hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training at The Pineapple House Canggu, Bali - 7 Days - US$ 850 - Villa
50hr Hatha Yoga Teacher Training at Radiantly Alive Yoga Ubud, Bali - 5 Days - US$ 644
50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Serenity Yoga Lembongan, Bali - 7 Days - US$ 800 - Shared dorm
50 hrs Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training at Cosmos Oasis 2 Canggu, Bali - 6 Days - US$ 950 - Shared Twin Room
50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Loka Yoga Canggu, Bali - 6 Days - US$ 599 - Shared twin room
50 hrs Yin Yoga Teacher Training at Santosha Yoga Nusa Lembongan, Bali - 4 Days - US$ 778
50 hrs Aerial Yoga Teacher Training at Ulu Yoga Ubud, Bali - 7 Days - US$ 899 - Shared twin room
50 hrs Yoga Teacher Training at Yogatrotter Sidemen, Bali - 6 Days - US$ 985 - Shared Luxury Room